They are nice - as Steve says ...the bd is not an original finish...that's part of why they are $7000. The cadi green snare on his site is more than that (asking price by owner).
I thought it was interesting that my kit (same sizes, plys ....mine =late 50's Gold Sparkle with matching snare - has a 6ply 14fl as well....and silver sealer) was downgraded when appraised because of that fact. I'm referring to what Steve mentioned here:
"These are 50s era Gretsch drums and there's a cool story here. 8x12, 14x14, 14x20 believe it or not. The 12 and 20 are 3 ply! The 14 is 6 ply. All silver interiors"
I'm not saying one way or another - just that one 'expert' says having a mixed ply kit....even if it is Facory which mine is....is not as valuable while another says (implied?) it's maybe more valuable.
Well....to me anyway....my kit is worth the world and that is all that counts....to me. My insurance adjuster would take issue with that of courseDOH
If I had the money right now the cadi green snare would be at my home...
Yes - the drums are most likely worth more because Mr. Watts sat behind them.